About TurkBizCoach

Our Story

Founded in 2010 by Mehmet Yilmaz, a former executive at one of Turkey's largest conglomerates, TurkBizCoach began as a small consultancy firm in Istanbul. Mehmet identified a critical gap in the Turkish business landscape: while the country was experiencing rapid economic growth, many local entrepreneurs lacked the strategic guidance needed to scale their businesses effectively and compete in an increasingly global market.

What started as a one-man operation quickly expanded as Mehmet assembled a team of experienced business professionals who shared his vision. By 2013, we had established our headquarters in Izmir to better serve the growing business community in western Turkey. Our clientele expanded from small local startups to established medium-sized companies seeking to optimize their operations and expand into new markets.

In 2016, after working with over 100 businesses across various sectors, we developed our proprietary "TurkScale" business growth methodology. This framework combines global best practices with deep insights into the unique aspects of the Turkish business environment, creating a powerful system for sustainable growth.

Today, TurkBizCoach stands as Turkey's premier business coaching firm, having helped more than 500 companies achieve significant growth and international success. Our team has expanded to include experts in various business domains, from digital transformation to operational excellence, all united by our mission to elevate Turkish businesses to world-class standards.

Our Mission & Values

Mission

To empower Turkish businesses with the strategies, skills, and support they need to achieve sustainable growth and compete successfully in both local and global markets.

Excellence

We are committed to delivering the highest quality coaching and consulting services, continuously refining our methodologies based on results and feedback.

Integrity

We build relationships based on trust and transparency, providing honest assessments and realistic guidance rather than false promises.

Innovation

We constantly evolve our approaches by incorporating cutting-edge business practices and technologies that drive measurable growth.

Cultural Insight

We recognize that business success in Turkey requires understanding the unique cultural, economic, and regulatory landscape that shapes local business dynamics.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Our team brings together decades of experience across various industries, combining international expertise with deep knowledge of the Turkish business environment.

Mehmet Yilmaz

Founder & CEO

A former executive with 20+ years of experience scaling businesses across Turkey and the Middle East. Mehmet holds an MBA from INSEAD and has been recognized as one of Turkey's top business mentors by Forbes Turkey.

Aylin Kaya

Chief Strategy Officer

With a background in management consulting at McKinsey, Aylin brings analytical precision and strategic thinking to our coaching programs. She specializes in market expansion strategies and has helped dozens of Turkish businesses enter European markets.

Emre Demir

Head of Innovation

A former tech entrepreneur who built and sold two successful startups, Emre leads our digital transformation coaching. His expertise in leveraging technology for business growth has transformed traditional businesses into digital leaders.

Zeynep Aksoy

Director of Client Success

With 15 years in operational leadership roles, Zeynep ensures our clients implement and execute their strategies effectively. Her practical approach turns plans into measurable results through accountability and support systems.

Our Achievements & Impact

Over the past decade, TurkBizCoach has established itself as the leading business coaching firm in Turkey, with a proven track record of helping companies achieve sustainable growth and success. Here are some of the key milestones and impacts we've created:

Key Recognitions

Named "Top Business Consultancy in Turkey" by Business Turkey Magazine (2022)
European Business Coaching Federation Excellence Award (2019)
Izmir Chamber of Commerce Business Development Award (2018)
Featured in Harvard Business Review's case study on emerging market business development (2020)
Mehmet Yilmaz recognized among "Top 50 Business Influencers in Turkey" by Forbes Turkey (2021)

What Our Clients Say

"TurkBizCoach transformed our family business from a local operation into a regional player. Their strategic guidance helped us triple our revenue in just two years while maintaining our core values and culture. The team's understanding of both Turkish and international markets was invaluable for our expansion."

Kemal Ozturk

CEO, Anatolian Textiles

"As a tech startup founder, I was struggling to scale beyond our initial success. The coaches at TurkBizCoach helped me develop a sustainable growth strategy, refine our business model, and build the leadership skills I needed to manage a growing team. Today, we've expanded from 8 to 72 employees and secured Series B funding."

Deniz Yildiz

Founder, TechIstanbul

"When we decided to enter the Turkish market, we faced numerous challenges understanding the local business culture and regulations. TurkBizCoach provided invaluable insights and connections that helped us navigate these complexities. Their customized approach to our unique situation made all the difference in our successful market entry."

Marcus Schmidt

International Operations Director, EuroRetail

Ready to Scale Your Business?

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